Russian Translation(s) & Details for 'utopian'

English Word: utopian

Key Russian Translations:

• утопический [/u.tɐˈpʲi.t͡ɕɪ.skʲɪj/] - [Formal, Adjective]

Frequency: Medium (commonly used in philosophical, literary, and social discussions, but not everyday conversation)

Difficulty: B2 (Intermediate; requires understanding of abstract concepts and adjective forms in Russian)

Pronunciation (Russian):

утопический: /u.tɐˈpʲi.t͡ɕɪ.skʲɪj/

Note on утопический: The stress is on the third syllable ("pi"), and the palatalized "т" can be challenging for English speakers. Pronunciation may vary slightly in fast speech.

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Meanings and Usage:

Meaning 1: Relating to or characteristic of a utopia; idealistic or visionary.

Translation(s) & Context:

• утопический - Used in formal contexts like literature or politics to describe impractical ideals or perfect societies.

Usage Examples:

• Эта идея звучит утопически, но она может вдохновить изменения в обществе.

  This idea sounds utopian, but it could inspire changes in society.

• Утопический роман описывает идеальный мир без социальных проблем.

  A utopian novel describes an ideal world without social problems.

• Его планы были утопическими, и они не учитывали реальные ограничения.

  His plans were utopian, and they didn't account for real limitations.

• В утопическом обществе все люди живут в гармонии с природой.

  In a utopian society, all people live in harmony with nature.

• Политик предлагал утопический подход к решению экологических кризисов.

  The politician proposed a utopian approach to solving environmental crises.

Russian Forms/Inflections:

утопический is an adjective in Russian, which follows the standard adjective declension patterns. It agrees in gender, number, and case with the noun it modifies. The base form is masculine singular nominative.

Note: This adjective has regular inflections, making it straightforward for learners once basic patterns are mastered.

Russian Synonyms/Antonyms:

• Synonyms:
  • идеалистический (idealistic; emphasizes positive vision but can imply naivety)
  • мечтательный (dreamy; used in more poetic contexts)
• Antonyms:
  • реалистический (realistic; contrasts with impractical ideals)
  • прагматичный (pragmatic; focuses on practical application)

Related Phrases:

• Утопический социализм - Utopian socialism; a historical movement advocating for ideal societies.
• Утопический проект - Utopian project; refers to ambitious, often unfeasible plans.
• Жить в утопическом мире - To live in a utopian world; implies ignoring real-world problems.

Usage Notes:

утопический directly corresponds to the English "utopian" in meaning, often used in academic or literary contexts to describe ideas that are theoretically perfect but impractical. Be mindful of its formal tone; in casual speech, Russians might prefer simpler terms like "идеальный" for everyday ideals. When using this word, ensure it agrees with the noun in gender, number, and case, as Russian adjectives must. For multiple translations, choose утопический for precise philosophical discussions, but утопический vs. идеалистический depends on whether you want to emphasize visionary aspects or potential flaws.

Common Errors:

• Error: Using утопический without proper inflection, e.g., saying "утопический идея" instead of "утопическая идея" for a feminine noun like "идея".

  Correct: утопическая идея. Explanation: Russian adjectives must match the noun's gender; here, "идея" is feminine, so the adjective ends in -ая.

• Error: Confusing it with "утопия" (utopia as a noun), leading to misuse in sentences.

  Correct: Use утопический as an adjective only. Example: Wrong: "Утопия план" (incorrect structure); Right: "Утопический план". Explanation: Ensure it's placed before the noun and inflected correctly.

Cultural Notes:

In Russian culture, the concept of "utopian" is often linked to historical figures like Nikolai Chernyshevsky and his novel "What Is to Be Done?", which influenced revolutionary thought. It carries a connotation of idealism that can be both inspiring and critiqued, especially in post-Soviet contexts where utopian visions led to real-world disillusionment.

Related Concepts:

• утопия (utopia as a noun)
• идеализм (idealism)
• фантастика (fantasy, in a broader sense)